Apple MacBook Air 11-inch, Late 2010 (MC505, MC506)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 861 reviews of Apple MacBook Air 11-inch, Late 2010 (MC505, MC506). The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Laptops for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the size and design. The usability and performance also get good feedback. Many are negative about the connectivity, and opinions are divided on the price.

portability, performance, usability, design, size

connectivity

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Laptops the Apple MacBook Air 11-inch, Late 2010 (MC505, MC506) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 88/100 = Very good quality.

alaTest has collected and analyzed 29 user reviews of Apple MacBook Air 11-inch, Late 2010 (MC505, MC506) from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Laptops on Amazon.co.uk. Views about the reliability and design are on the whole positive. The usability and price also get good feedback. There are some critical reviews about the durability and size. There are mixed views on the battery and portability.

performance, price, usability, design, reliability

size, durability

100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

alaTest has collected and analyzed 241 user reviews of Apple MacBook Air 11-inch, Late 2010 (MC505, MC506) from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Laptops on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the price and size. The usability and performance are also mentioned favorably.

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